Marion County Health Data

Marion County, Illinois

Health Score

48/100

Below Avg

Life Expectancy

72.4 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

Health Statistics

Life Expectancy

72.4 yr

State avg 76.0 yr

National avg 77.5 yr

Uninsured Rate

6.5%

State avg 6.3%

National avg 9%

Primary Care Providers

35

per 100K population

National avg 82

Mental Health Providers

404

per 100K population

National avg 350

Data Story

About Health in Marion County, Illinois

Marion County health lags significantly

Marion County's 72.4-year life expectancy falls nearly 6 years below the U.S. average of 78.3 years, marking a substantial gap. With 19.7% of residents reporting poor or fair health, the county exceeds the national average of 18%.

Well below Illinois health outcomes

At 72.4 years, Marion County's life expectancy trails the state average of 76.0 years by 3.6 years—among the lowest in Illinois. The 6.5% uninsured rate marginally exceeds Illinois's 6.3% average, suggesting insurance access is not the primary health driver.

Mixed provider resources

Marion County's 35 primary care providers per 100,000 rank below neighboring Madison County (48) and Mason County (39), limiting routine care access. However, its 404 mental health providers per 100,000 significantly exceed regional peers, indicating strong behavioral health capacity.

Healthcare access and coverage challenges

With 6.5% uninsured and only 35 primary care providers per 100,000, Marion County residents face dual barriers to care. The county's health crisis extends beyond insurance—limited providers and a 19.7% poor/fair health rate signal deeper systemic challenges.

Getting covered is step one

Marion County's 6.5% uninsured rate means roughly 3,000 residents lack health insurance—a critical gap for a county facing health challenges. Visit Healthcare.gov or call 1-800-318-2596 to explore coverage options and take the first step toward better health.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the health ranking of Marion County, IL?
Marion County has a health score of 48/100, rated "Below Average." It ranks #96 out of 102 counties in Illinois (1 = healthiest). The score is based on CDC County Health Rankings data, combining life expectancy, uninsured rates, provider access, and behavioral health indicators.
What is the life expectancy in Marion County?
Life expectancy in Marion County is 72.4 years. The Illinois state average is 76.0 years, making Marion County below the state average.
How does Marion County health compare to the Illinois average?
Marion County's health score of 48/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Life expectancy is 72.4 years vs. the state average of 76.0 years. The uninsured rate is 6.5% vs. 6.3% statewide.
What health factors affect Marion County?
Key health factors for Marion County include: life expectancy (72.4 years), uninsured rate (6.5%), and primary care physician access (35:1 (population to primary care physicians)). Mental health provider access is 404:1 population-to-provider ratio. These metrics are sourced from the CDC County Health Rankings & Roadmaps program.
Is Marion County a healthy place to live?
With a health score of 48/100 ("Below Average"), Marion County faces health challenges compared to other counties in Illinois. Residents have a life expectancy of 72.4 years. 6.5% of adults lack health insurance. Factors like healthcare access, environmental quality, and socioeconomic conditions all contribute to these outcomes.
What are the biggest health challenges in Marion County?
Marion County's health score of 48/100 is below the Illinois average of 66/100. Improving health outcomes often requires investment in healthcare infrastructure, insurance coverage expansion, and community health programs.

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Data Sources

Health data sourced from the County Health Rankings & Roadmaps, a collaboration between the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the University of Wisconsin Population Health Institute.

Data is informational only. Not medical or health advice. Coverage varies by county and reporting year.